Flu Update
9/14/2009
November 13, 2009
Vaccine Availability
A limited supply of seasonal flu vaccines are currently available for distribution at the Brooklyn College Health Clinic located at 114 Roosevelt hall. These doses will be available for our prioritized student populations only.
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We strongly recommend that all faculty, staff and students pursue other avenues for obtaining flu vaccination this year. Locations for where the H1N1 vaccines will be distributed at weekend clinics may be found on NYC.gov.
Additional information about vaccine availability may be found through the University website or at flu.gov.
We will update the community as new developments occur.
October 22, 2009
Flu Update
In our continuing efforts to ensure the health and well-being of the campus community, we have posted reminders throughout the college about one of the most effective ways to minimize the chances of contracting and spreading the flu. Flyers illustrating proper hand washing techniques are in every college restroom. We ask that you take a moment to read and follow the information carefully. We will also ensure there is a plentiful supply of soap and paper towels in all of our facilities.
Fall 2009 Flu Update
As we prepare for a new wave of influenza, which will likely include regular seasonal and the new H1N1 (swine) flu, we are asking all members of the campus community—staff, faculty, and students alike—to do their part to help minimize the effect H1N1 may have on the health of our community.
Prevention
- Wash your hands with soap and water frequently. Alternatively, use an alcohol-based hand gel;
- Avoid sharing food, drink, or utensils;
- Cover your coughs and sneezes and immediately dispose of the used tissue in a wastebasket, then wash your hands;
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick;
- When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick as well.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all students get vaccinated for the seasonal flu. H1N1 Vaccination has been recommended for all individuals under the age of 24. More information will be available in the coming weeks regarding how and when this vaccine will be given.
Flu symptoms
It is important to know that the vast majority of H1N1 cases are mild and, at this point, the virus appears no more virulent or severe than most strains of seasonal flu.
Symptoms usually come on suddenly and include fever and one or more of the following: cough, fatigue, sore throat, body aches, vomiting, and headache. If you have been in contact with someone who has flu symptoms, onset of the H1N1 virus can take up to three days.
Treatment
The majority of individuals who contract the H1N1 virus will not need to seek a health care provider’s treatment. If you should become ill:
- stay home, rest and drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids;
- don’t smoke;
- over-the-counter medicines such as acetaminophen and, for adults, aspirin may reduce aches and fever. Decongestants, cough medicines and a humidifier may also help.
If you develop a very high fever, are pregnant, or if you have a chronic medical condition or a weakened immune system, you should consult with your medical provider or the Brooklyn College Health Clinic at 718.951.5580 to see if antiviral medication is indicated.
We will continue to update this site with news and information as it becomes available.
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